Two nerdy frameworks for studying “aliveness”… and thoughts on how structure can actually get in the way.

A dozen photos from walks to Lake St. Clair — my small ritual of attention and appreciation.

A walk to the lake prompted a reflection on the experience of edges: visual, emotional, & experiential.

For research nerds - my framework for this inquiry.

January Nature Report - winter walks to the lake.

New Year’s Day Ritual - sending off 2025 residue into the Detroit River.

This is me, getting started …